1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
